Sustainability news archive – Page 238
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ArticleConsumer concern on food issues
A new UK survey has revealed that global factors impacting food prices and security are worrying shoppers
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ArticleGrowers warned over energy prices
Farmers and growers should consider fixing electricity and gas prices now to protect against soaring production costs, according to rural consultant Savills.
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ArticleZespri measures water footprint
New Zealand kiwfruit marketer Zespri International has found it takes 42 litres of water to produce one green kiwifruit.
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ArticleCarbon tax concerns Australian farmers
Australia’s newly announced carbon tax initiative has farmers concerned about flow-on costs from rising electricity prices
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ArticleMaersk joins World Ocean Council
Danish logistics group aims to support efforts to promote sustainable development and leadership in the industry
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ArticleGiumarra Agricom opens avo facility
Group has launched a new avocado packing facility in Ventura, California, to better service growers
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ArticleNew Zealand investigates water footprints
Zespri and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry fund research into water footprint of green kiwifruit
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ArticleZespri delivers sustainability update
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer has researched its sustainability, but is still to enhance its business in key areas
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ArticleCosta Rica addresses pineapple concerns
Consumer disquiet prompts Costa Rican officials to focus on social and environmental issues within the pineapple sector
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ArticleTesta opens distribution center
Chicago-based produce company expects to cut water use by 40 per cent in new facility
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ArticleSolar power for Gloucester Marine Terminal
Largest rooftop solar power plant in the US will be built at New Jersey terminal
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ArticleBolivia aims for food security
The Andean country is set to introduce a new law to ensure food security and protect the environment
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ArticleDole hosts sustainability summit
Dole Food Company held a three-day sustainability summit in Costa Rica last weekend to demonstrate its commitment to the environment
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ArticleVestas strikes Port of Sheerness deal
A huge deal between the Port of Sheerness’ owner and wind giant Vestas could considerably decrease fruit handling at the port.
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ArticlePriméale in water management drive
The French vegetable group is making investments in new treatment facilities, as it aims to become a pioneer in water management
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ArticleAntwerp offers environmental incentives
'Clean' ships will be rewarded with a tonnage due discount of 10 per cent at the Belgian port
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ArticleSoil Association welcomes red tape advice
Soil Association joins UK government in welcoming new report recommending ways to ease regulatory burdens on farmers
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ArticlePurfresh honours its customers
Three California-based fresh produce companies awarded 'Quality by Purfresh' seal
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ArticleClosures threatened for Filipino banana plantations
The fates of four Filipino banana plantations, charged with failing to comply with environmental regulations, are under review
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ArticleSainsbury's reveals carbon reduction plan
Sainsbury's has launched its Carbon Academy to provide environmental training to 20,000 people by 2020.